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The best new fishing tackle available | National Tackle Awards
We celebrate the best products of 2025
by Mark Sawyer and Jonathan Longden |
Updated on15th December 2025 at 2.58pm
Matrix XTR700 Elite Pro 16m Pole
MAP G60 16m Pole
Maver MV-R S2000
Preston Superium X75 16m
The Guru Aventus 600 10m Margin Pole
Preston Innovations Edge Monster Margin 9.5m
Caperlan CSB Competition 36 Seatbox
Matrix XR36 Pro SL
Korum Progress Supalite Stretch Feeder Chair
Preston Innovations Ignition Feeder Chair
Daiwa Tournament SLR 12ft 90g
Free Spirit Helical Power Feeder 12ft
Daiwa Tournament SLR 11ft
Guru N-Gauge Pro Feeder Rod 10ft 40g
Daiwa Tournament SLR 13ft
Preston Monster Xtreme Distance Feeder Rod
Preston Bait Up Xtreme 3.6m Rod
Nytro Aryzon Distance Power Bait-Up
Normark Avenger 12-14ft Float Rod
Daiwa Ninja 10ft EXT Float Rod
Daiwa Infinity MT X45
Sonik Xtractor+ Dark Camo 10ft 3lb T/C
Drennan Specialist Tench and Bream Rods
Daiwa Theory Speci Barbel and Tench Rod
Shimano Aerlex 14000 XTC
Sonik Turbospod 1400 Spod Reel
Preston Extremity SD Feeder Reels
Okuma 6K Feeder Reel
Daiwa 24 TDR QD All Black
Daiwa 20 Ninja BR LT
Daiwa 24 N'Zon Plus LT 5000
Nytro Marvelist Power Feeder 5000
Fox Frontier II
Sonik AXS-V2 Bivvy
Aquastim Biogrub Groundbait
Ringers Yo Yo Duos Wafters
CC Moor Pro-Stim Liver Range
Mainline Chilli and Garlic Smart Liquid
Free Spirit Power Lifter Landing Net Head
Preston Carbon F1 Latex and Hair Mesh Landing Net
Preston Innovations OffBox Pole Support
Korum Progress Tripod Two Rod Feeder Arm
Spyder Spod
Spomb Bucket Light
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There were some amazing tackle and bait products released in 2025 for anglers across all disciplines of the sport, from top quality reels to devastating new baits, our National Angling Awards 2025 winners list includes some truly fantastic kit.
If you’re eyeing up new gear or just want a quick look at the standout products of 2025/26, this roundup is worth a minute of your time. It’s a handy way to check you haven’t overlooked anything that could sharpen your fishing and put a few more in the net this year.
We have picked the best poles, rods, reels, seatboxes and other items released in 2025 for our final winners in the National Angling Awards, as well as some honourable mentions in second place. So, here is our fishing tackle 'class of 2025'...
Best Pole Over £2000 2025
1. Matrix XTR700 Elite Pro 16m Pole
Best pole over £2000 (National Angling Award Winner 2025)
Price: $3,499.99
The Matrix XTR700 Elite Pro 16m pole is manufactured using high-quality Japanese carbon fibre to keep everything light but incredibly strong.
Key build features include a new X-Graphene resin that adds strength to all sections, and a unique carbon layering construction. It also boasts a glide tape finish, unique carbon weaved joint protectors on all male joints, and a superb spares and top kits package, all pre-fitted with UK manufactured bushes and Matrix Revolve side pullers. It comes in a Matrix Duralite pole case.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Supplied with 16 top kits.
- Supplied in a Duralite Pole Case.
- Distance markers on section for accuracy.
Cons
- Not compatible with the previous MTX range of poles.
Price: $3,499.99
Highly Commended Pole Over £2000
2. MAP G60 16m Pole
Highly commended pole over £2000
Price: $3,750.00
MAP’s flagship TKS G60 pole reaches new heights in performance and offers incredible balance, weight and rigidity, even at its longest length.
It’s just as much at home catching big weights on commercials as it is bagging silvers on natural venues.
This is a truly amazing pole that utilises a Graphene-impregnated carbon to create a simply outstanding all-round tool that’s incredibly robust, due to the nature of the material. It also comes with a brilliant spares package that lends itself well to both commercial and natural venue use.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Graphene makes pole stronger and stiffer without adding weight.
- Incredibly stiff and responsive.
- Rippled finish on butt section for grip and identification when shipping.
Cons
- Top kits are on the long side (2.7m).
- Understated graphics make it difficult to identify the 13m, 14.5m & 16m sections at a glance.
Price: $3,750.00
Best Pole Under £2000 2025
3. Maver MV-R S2000
Best pole under £2000 (National Angling Award Winner 2025)
Price: $1999.99
Maver continues to deliver exceptional innovation in pole design. Building on the success of the RXX and RXS models, the S2000 is constructed from a new M8 carbon fibre. This provides outstanding tension resistance, ensuring a reliable performance in strong winds and during demanding encounters with powerful fish.
Every section of the pole reflects Maver’s commitment to quality and performance.
It’s key features include Teflon joints, added to prevent carbon-to-carbon wear, a superb AFS Black
Suncore finish, joint aligners, and all top kits pre-fitted with bushes and side pullers. It also comes with a generous top kit package covering commercial and natural venue elastication.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Heat reflective black core finish.
- Back compatible with kits from older models.
Cons
- Feels quite hefty at 16m.
Price: $1999.99
Highly Commended Pole Under £2000
4. Preston Superium X75 16m
Highly commended pole under £2000
Price: $1899.99
The Superium X75 pole is designed to offer anglers unparalleled rigidity, strength and balance, giving you the utmost confidence when on the bank.
Improving on the Superium X70 was always going to be difficult, but subtle changes in carbon in key areas have made this pole even better.
It’s incredibly stiff at all lengths, yet still plenty strong enough to deal with bagging nets of big carp. The performance of this fishing pole really needs to be seen to be believed!
Pros & ConsSpecifications
Pros
- Super stiff and responsive.
- 1” Interval depth markers allow fine tuning and reference points to ensure accuracy.
- Interchangeable with predecessor model and other models in its range.
Cons
- Would like to see an option of spares package allowing choice for anglers preferences.
Length:13mTop kits:Five, plus cupping kitCompatibility:All sections interchange with entire Series 4 range
Price: $1899.99
Best Margin Pole 2025
5. The Guru Aventus 600 10m Margin Pole
Best margin pole (National Angling Award Winner 2025)
Price: $698.99
The Aventus 10m Margin pole benefits from meticulous engineering. It is tailored for handling hard-fighting fish at close quarters, without compromising on balance or responsiveness.
It features an ultra-fast taper for improved rigidity and strength, super glide matt tape and paint finishes, performance point indicators, a rigid joint system and protective EVA caps.
It also comes supplied with three top kits, a cupping kit and a holdall for protection in transport.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- The same top kits and mandrel as the Aventus 700 & 900 poles.
- A true 10m length thanks to the supplied true extension.
- Performance to rival any long pole at 10m.
Cons
- Althoiugh reinforced, puller bushed are not supplied as standard in the top kits.
Price: $698.99
Highly Commended Margin Pole
6. Preston Innovations Edge Monster Margin 9.5m
Highly commended margin pole
Price: $249.99
www.fishingtackleandbait.co.uk
The original Edge Monster has cemented itself as a cult classic, and this new model builds on the monumental success of its predecessor, but with new technologies and revised top kits.
The whole ethos of this pole is strength and durability, and you can be assured it won’t let you down in the most demanding situations.
With the same top kits as the Superium pole range, it’s easy to upgrade, or it can be used as a back-up pole for existing Superium users. Supplied with two top kits and a holdall.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Incorperates latest geraphene technology.
- Perfect for any situation where big fish are involved.
- Kits are interchangable with the Superium poles.
Cons
- Not compatible with previous Edge Monster model.
Price: $249.99
www.fishingtackleandbait.co.uk
Best Fishing Seatbox 2025
Caperlan CSB Competition 36 Seatbox
Best seatbox (National Angling Award Winner 2025)
Price: $449.99
Packed with space, weight and time-saving features, this box is based around the C-System, enabling legs and accessories to be locked securely in position with a simple 90-degree flip of a paddle. The redesigned seat is mega comfortable and the footplate extends well under the seat, resulting in better posture and reduced back problems.
There are three drawers and one tray for above-frame storage, a removable under-frame tray and lid, two side handles for lifting into a car, a dual-use footplate clamp for a trolley, and a keepnet support. A side extension is built into the footplate for margin fishing, and spirit levels are located on the footplate, sides and rear of the box.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong and sturdy to build.
- Leg system is very clever and easy to use.
- The footplate extension is a genius idea incredibly useful.
- The seat is one of the comfiest that I've sat on.
Cons
- Supplied in a flat-pack format and needs constructing before use. Although this was easy enough to do.
- Built-in keepnet holder of more use for rivers and canals than on commercials where multiple nets may be required.
Price: $449.99
Highly Commended Seatbox
8. Matrix XR36 Pro SL
Highly commended seatbox
Price: $699.99
With a weight saving of 2kg over a standard XR36 Pro seatbox, the lower frame height of this box is perfect for shorter anglers, but this can be altered simply by adding or removing trays.
The stylish XR Hydro Formed main frame is finished in a classy matt metallic graphite colour, and the XR sliding footplate mechanism allows the box to be easily fixed in position or removed for transport
or storage purposes.
Included is a deep side drawer unit with inserts, two shallow tray units which are perfect for winders, and an adjustable deluxe padded shoulder strap.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- New frame design makes the seatbox 2kg lighter than XR36 Pro.
- Lower frame and removal of trays gives much lower seating position relative to the water.
Cons
- The new frame doesn't accommodate underseat storage like the XR36 Pro.
Price: $699.99
Best Feeder Chair 2025
9. Korum Progress Supalite Stretch Feeder Chair
Best Feeder Chair (National Angling Award Winner 2025)
Price: $199.99
One of three new chairs from the company this year, the Progress Feeder Chair provides a super-stable frame and features Korum’s patented vertical leg design. Combined with an extensive range of Anychair Accessories, it becomes the ultimate pleasure/specimen feeder fishing station.
The mattress is supported with a new Supa Lite stretch material, while the seat has a removable padded section for easy cleaning. The legs can be stored in the elasticated loops when in transit.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Lightweight and protable fishing chair
- Stretch material is comfortable and breathable
Cons
- 23mm legs can be prone to slipping
Price: $199.99
Highly Commended Feeder Chair
10. Preston Innovations Ignition Feeder Chair
Best feeder fishing chair for accessories
Price: £159.99
A lightweight (4.5kg) feeder chair that comes fully equipped with all the accessories needed for a day on the bank.
Four adjustable 30mm legs ensure it can be levelled and set at the correct height, no matter what the terrain. The chair is supplied with an Offbox side tray, telescopic feeder arm with a rod-safe multi-head, and a cross arm with U-rest.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Supplied with side tray, feeder arm, cross arm and rod rests
- Independently adjustable legs
Cons
- Would like to see adjustment for back rest position
Price: £159.99
Best Natural Water Feeder Rod 2025
Daiwa Tournament SLR 12ft 90g
Best natural water feeder rod (National Angling Award Winner 2025)
Price: $569.99
The third generation of these now iconic Super Long Range feeder rods has been improved yet again with X45X Full Shield and HVF Nanoplus carbon technologies, delivering incredible casting performance and accuracy due to reduced blank twist.
Other improvements include the addition of American Tackle TiForged AIR anti-tangle guides and a re-designed handle with a lower diameter foregrip and three-sided Handlock butt grip.
Six models, from 10ft to a new Power Special 13ft rod, cover all styles of medium to super long-range feeder fishing.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Packed with technical innovation and impeccably furnished.
- The six-model SLR range covers plenty of tactical choices for a huge variety of venues.
Cons
- Extremely pricey.
Price: $569.99
Highly Commended Natural Feeder Rod
12. Free Spirit Helical Power Feeder 12ft
Highly recommended natural feeder rod
Price: $119.99
The Helical Power Feeder is capable of distance casting for carp using Hybrid/Method feeder tactics, or for skimmers and bream at long range with a cage feeder. Ideal for big open waters like Boddington, Southfields or Irish loughs, it also makes an awesome big-river barbel rod.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Ideal for using a method and hybrid at distance.
- Forward facing guides reduces friction on line to cast at distance.
Cons
- Slightly overgunned for more delicate feeder fishing.
Price: $119.99
Best Commercial Feeder Rod 2025
Daiwa Tournament SLR 11ft
Best commercial feeder rod (National Angling Award Winner 2025)
Price: $524.99
Part of the same range as detailed in the Best Natural Water Feeder Rod category, this latest incarnation of the SLR has benefited from a whole raft of technological advancements and features.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Packed with technical innovation and impeccably furnished.
- The six-model SLR range covers plenty of tactical choices for a huge variety of venues.
Cons
- Extremely pricey.
Price: $524.99
Highly Commended Commercial Feeder Rod
14. Guru N-Gauge Pro Feeder Rod 10ft 40g
Highly commended commercial feeder rod
Price: $124.99
Zero 40 Tensile Carbon has allowed Guru to make its formidable N-Gauge range slimmer and lighter. The addition of anti-tangle stainless ceramic-lined Sea-Guide rings provide a smooth casting performance, while EVA and AA grade cork handles give a comfortable feel and professional look.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Slim profile, lightweight and premium looking rod at a strong price point.
- Progressive action offering a balance in fish playing action and accurate casting.
Cons
- Not suited to really large carp, would need to step up to the distance models.
Price: $124.99
Best Distance Feeder Rod 2025
Daiwa Tournament SLR 13ft
Best Distance feeder rod (National Angling Award Winner 2025)
Price: $579.99
It’s a clean sweep for the SLR in our feeder rod categories, and probably the least surprising win!
Technology has moved on, yet no rod can steal the crown from the latest version of the original distance feeder rod.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Packed with technical innovation and impeccably furnished.
- The six-model SLR range covers plenty of tactical choices for a huge variety of venues.
Cons
- Extremely pricey.
Price: $579.99
Highly Commended Distance Feeder Rod
16. Preston Monster Xtreme Distance Feeder Rod
Highly commended distance feeder rod
Price: $89.99
Developed for casting heavy feeders huge distances, powerful ratings span the three models in the range - from 150g to 200g.
Oversized Distance Sea Guides produce minimal friction on the cast, and the extra-long cork and EVA handles allow maximum leverage to be applied.
Ideal for carp and Method feeders, yet also equally at home for double-figure barbel on big rivers.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Powerful rods able of achieving huge distances, 14ft capable of 160m+.
- Versatile rods not only suited to distance but equally at home on the river.
Cons
- The action and power maybe too much for some.
Price: $89.99
Best Bait-Up Rod 2025
17. Preston Bait Up Xtreme 3.6m Rod
Best Bait-up Rod for commercials
Price: $76.99
The match fishing feeder boom has meant anglers now require a specialist rod specifically for casting hefty bait-up feeders and enabling them to quickly and efficiently introduce large amounts of freebies.
Made from a high-modulus carbon fibre blank, with plenty of power in the butt section, this rod will easily cast heavy bait-up feeders long distances with unerring accuracy.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Bespoke bait up rod, designed to compliment xtreme distance feeder rods
- Stiff tip to assist with emptying the bait when feeder hits the bottom
Cons
- Only available in 3.6m (12ft) length, may make being accurate using shorter feeder rods difficult
Price: $76.99
Highly Commended Bait-Up Rod
18. Nytro Aryzon Distance Power Bait-Up
Best River Bait-up Rod
Price: $62.99
The Nytro Aryzon Distance Power Bait-Up rod will cast big bait-up feeders at medium to long distances with ease.
It’s also powerful enough to launch smaller spods and Spombs if needed. To complement the Aryzon Distance Power Bait-Up rod, Nytro has also produced the Aryzon Bait-Up reel and braid.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- K-Style guides for smooth line travel.
- Fast tip recovery reducing friction on long casts.
Cons
- Would like to see a 10ft version for commercials.
Price: $62.99
Best Natural Water Float Rod 2025
Normark Avenger 12-14ft Float Rod
Best natural water float rod (National Angling Award Winner 2025)
Price: $329.99
This year saw the return of Normark, with the Avenger 12ft/14ft float rod part of the new three-rod Legacy range. A true powerhouse, it excels when trotting for chub and barbel where control is crucial. Despite its strength, the Avenger features a sensitive tip and responsive action, allowing it to handle smaller species with ease as well.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Super stiff and easy to use.
- Useable at 12ft and 14ft.
Cons
- For the river the 15ft model would be better.
Price: $329.99
Best Commercial Float Rod 2025
Daiwa Ninja 10ft EXT Float Rod
Best Commercial Float Rod (National Angling Award Winner 2025)
Price: $64.99
www.fishingtackleandbait.co.uk
With an EXT telescopic butt section, this addition to the Ninja range offers increased pack-down and set-up convenience, as well as a reduced closed length of 139cm – ideal for use in shorter ready-rod bags and smaller vehicles.
Perfect for pellet waggler work, it features HMC Plus carbon, a Duplon/cork foregrip and Duplon Armlock handle. It comes in its own padded ready rod sleeve.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Easy to transport wit the retractable butt section.
- Versatile enough to use with standard and pellet wagglers.
- Flat handle makes it easy to play fish with.
Cons
- A little too stiff for all-out silverfish work.
Price: $64.99
www.fishingtackleandbait.co.uk
Best carp rod 2025
21. Daiwa Infinity MT X45
Best carp rod (2025 National Angling Award Winner)
Price: from £444.99
The unique profile of Magnum Taper combined with the full shield X45 carbon design propel the new MT Infinity rods to new levels of performance.
Delivering impressive casting distances, and with over three decades of ‘made in the UK’ pedigree, the Infinity mark has long been a standard many have tried to match.
The latest range features nine models that cover every situation the modern carper will face.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Built using the legendary magnum taper profile.
- Very premium build.
Cons
- Shrink wrap handle and flare might not be to every angler's taste.
Price: from £444.99
Highly Commended Carp Rod
22. Sonik Xtractor+ Dark Camo 10ft 3lb T/C
Highly commended carp rod
Price: $64.99
Sonik’s long-serving Xtractor brand is one of the most successful rod ranges around. The new Xtractor+ models feature an extending butt section which makes them easy to transport and carry to your swim.
The popularity of the short carp rod continues apace, and we reckon the eye-catching 10ft, 3lb tc Dark Camo Xtractor+ is one of the best 10-footers on the market, offering real value.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Ideal for leaving in the boot of the car for quick sessions.
- Perfect for tight swims or stalking.
Cons
- The length will reduce its casting properties.
Price: $64.99
Best Specialist Rods
23. Drennan Specialist Tench and Bream Rods
Best specialist rod (National Angling Award Winner 2025)
Price: $119.99
The latest versions of the popular Tench and Bream rods, purpose-designed for the dedicated big-fish angler. The slim, high modulus carbon blanks have been extensively tested, with the spacing and diameter of guides adjusted to give smooth distance casting and accuracy. Intended primarily for casting large feeders and bolt rigs, the progressive semi-through action is the perfect shock-absorber when playing fish of any size, but there’s enough reserves of power to handle extra-large specimens.
Available in two test curves: the 1.75lb is a great all-rounder, while the 2lb model is a stepped-up version with more power throughout the blank when that extra casting distance is required.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Large guides for better casting.
- A great rod for catching tench on the float.
Cons
- Olive finish may not appeal to some anglers.
Price: $119.99
Highly Commended Specialist Rod
24. Daiwa Theory Speci Barbel and Tench Rod
Highly commended specialist rod
Price: $119.00
These well-built rods serve the specialist angler with a one rod range, across two species and a mix of angling techniques.
The lighter 1.75lb rod is well suited to all-round tench tactics, while the slightly more powerful 2lb model is ideal for small- to medium-sized river barbel fishing and tench in weedy waters.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Capable of handling upto 15lb reel lines.
- Versatile specimen feeder rod suited to rivers and stillwaters.
- Also makes for a great floater fishing rod.
Cons
- Would like to see a dual tip option with quiver tip.
Price: $119.00
Best Carp Reel 2025
25. Shimano Aerlex 14000 XTC
Best carp reel (National Angling Award Winner 2025)
Price: $108.99
Shimano’s 25 Aerlex XTC is a standout, wallet-friendly big pit reel offering immense casting capabilities. Ideal for beginners to carp fishing, or anglers looking for an affordable long-cast reel, it incorporates many of the advanced features from premium Shimano models, including Super Slow Oscillation for precise line lay, and Silent Drive for a smooth, quiet operation – delivering exceptional performance at an accessible price.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Robust and lightweight.
- 103cm retrieve.
Cons
- Big pit style may not suit smaller commercial venues.
Price: $108.99
Highly Commended Carp Reel
26. Sonik Turbospod 1400 Spod Reel
Highly commended carp reel
Price: $89.99
A reel that’s designed for distance spodding at speed. With its ultra-fast gear ratio of 5.7:1, it’s capable of a massive 1.45m of retrieve per handle turn! Built as a workhorse reel, the worm shaft gear system, floating rotor line guard and oversized twist-free line roller makes easy work of spodding at range.
With a stainless steel main shaft and a hi-strength graphite body and rotor, it weighs just 680g.
Other features include a special braid-friendly shallow cast spool, open bail rotor lock, super-slow oscillation for perfect line lay, and three captive line clips for triple spot marking. It also comes with a free Sonik-branded finger stall.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Retrieves 1.45m per turn.
- Slow oscillation ensures perfect line lay.
- Branded fingerstall included.
Cons
- Only suitabe for using for spodding.
Price: $89.99
27. Preston Extremity SD Feeder Reels
Best feeder reel (National Angling Award Winner 2025)
Price: $89.99
Building on the success of the original Extremity, this updated model benefits from a Speed Drag system, which allows the clutch to be adjusted from locked to loose in just half a turn.
As with previous versions, the new SDs are built using Preston’s trusted Worm Drive system. This provides confidence when retrieving large heavy feeders back from any distance.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Lee Kerry's go to reel.
- Updated drag with faster adjustment.
Cons
- Bail arm is a little heavy.
Price: $89.99
Best Feeder Reel
Highly Commended Feeder Reel
28. Okuma 6K Feeder Reel
Highly commended feeder reel
Price: $78.99
This is a high-quality, feature-packed reel, designed to handle all aspects of feeder fishing for species like tench, bream, and carp.
Built for strength and reliability, it combines rock-solid performance with smooth operation, making it a great choice for anglers looking for top performance without breaking the bank.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Smooth drag system.
- Double metal line clip.
Cons
- Oversized for short feeder rods
Price: $78.99
Best All-round Reel 2025
29. Daiwa 24 TDR QD All Black
Best All-round reel (National Angling Award Winner 2025)
Price: $259.99
The 20-year anniversary TDR marks the return of the iconic blue reel... only this time in a limited edition all-black! All top end features remain unchanged – Quick Drag, allowing rapid clutch adjustments to keep pace with fighting fish; Digigear II and Airbail to deliver exceptional smoothness; a hard aluminium body; and a screw-in, one-touch folding handle that can be removed, if needed. Supplied with a full spec spare spool, and available in 3012 and 4012 sizes.
CHECK OUT OUR TRIED AND TESTED REVIEW OF THE DAIWA 24 TDR HERE.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Latest in reel design and technology
- Incredible winding power
Cons
- Because of the colour scratches may appear more obvious
Price: $259.99
Highly Commended All-round Reel
30. Daiwa 20 Ninja BR LT
Highly commended All-round Reel
Price: $79.99
Available in two sizes - 4000 and 5000 - the Ninja BR (Bite ‘n’ Run) is ideal for a wide variety of species and tactics, from set-ups for big perch and zander to medium to heavy feeder fishing where fast takes are expected.
The long-cast ABS spool features minimal friction at the edge of the spool, making distance work that little bit easier too.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Freespool function gives extra dimension
- Durable and light weight
Cons
- No spare spool supplied
Price: $79.99
Best Distance Feeder Reel
31. Daiwa 24 N'Zon Plus LT 5000
Best distance feeder reel (National Angling Award Winner 2025)
Price: $209.99
An amazingly smooth reel, thanks to the inclusion of Airdrive bail and rotor technologies. The free and powerful rotation of handle and rotor is outstanding, assisted by the precision of Digigear 2 and five ball bearings.
It has a LC (long cast) ABS spool, HIP High Impact Line Clip, a micro-adjustable QD Drag, and a one-touch folding handle. Also available in a larger 6000 size.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Featuring HIP High Impact Line Clip
- Quick Drag
- One touch folding handle.
Cons
- Oversized for float fishing
Price: $209.99
Highly Commended Distance Feeder Reel
32. Nytro Marvelist Power Feeder 5000
Highly Commended Distance Feeder Reel
Price: $98.99
Designed with former World Champion, Tommy Pickering, this reel can handle everything from commercials to fast-flowing rivers, and is ideal for distance feeder fishing situations.
It boasts an aluminium body for maximum strength and protection of the internal mechanisms, along with a stainless steel main shaft and heavy-duty internal structure, making it virtually bomb proof!
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Designed to cover most feeder fishing applications
- Aluminium consruction
Cons
- Unsuitable for float fishing
Price: $98.99
Best Fishing Bivvy 2025
33. Fox Frontier II
Best Bivvy (National Angling Awards 2025 Winner)
Price: $599.99
FOX took one of the best bivvies on the market, the original Frontier, and made it even better! The Frontier II keeps everything that worked before and brings new enhanced performance, smarter features, and greater convenience across the board.
In Green or Camo and three sizes – Frontier II, Frontier II X, and Frontier II XL – this bivvy delivers serious upgrades in usability, protection, and set-up speed.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Quick and easy to set up.
- Extremely waterproof 20,000mm hydrostatic head.
Cons
- The Easy Tension System (ETS) takes some mastering.
Price: $599.99
Highly Commended Fishing Bivvy
34. Sonik AXS-V2 Bivvy
Highly commended fishing bivvy
Price: $329.99
The latest AXS-V2 bivvy is built around a super-strong alloy central hub and lightweight anti-twist aluminium frame. It’s ultra-quick to erect and remains rock solid in bad weather.
The canopy has been upgraded with a new waterproof Cloud-base+ fabric which is tough, light and extremely waterproof. The frame is shaped with a high, flat back and steep sides to offer maximum internal space, making it ideal for those longer sessions.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Internally roomy
- 16,000mm hydrostatic head is great at this price point
Cons
- Condensation can be an issue
Price: $329.99
Best Match Fishing Baits 2025
35. Aquastim Biogrub Groundbait
Best match baits (2025 National Angling Awards Winner)
Price: $8.50 (2kg groundbait)
A premium, insect-based groundbait developed for versatility, performance, and year-round use, Biogrub incorporates black soldier fly meal – a sustainable ingredient already making waves in the carp world and now being applied to coarse and match fishing situations.
Whether potted loose, squeezed into a ball or packed into a feeder, it binds well for the cast but breaks down cleanly to release its attraction.
It clouds beautifully when disturbed, making it highly effective in both shallow and deep water.
Supplied in resealable bags in 900g, 2kg and 4kg sizes in Original, Dark and Green colours, Aquastim Biogrub is a genuinely innovative product.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Uses ground insect as some of the protein source.
- Versatile groundbait.
Cons
- Don't expect it to smell pleasant
Price: $8.50 (2kg groundbait)
Highly Commended Match Baits
36. Ringers Yo Yo Duos Wafters
Highly commended match bait
Price: $5.99
With their 5mm size and unique groove cut into the centre to locate a bait band, these hookbaits provide far more grip than a standard wafter.
Available in two contrasting multi-toned colour options, both in pineapple flavour.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Unique groove receives a band securely.
- Colour gives a great visual signal to the fish.
Cons
- Slighty more difficult to locate on a bayonet
Price: $5.99
Best Carp Fishing Bait 2025
37. CC Moor Pro-Stim Liver Range
Best carp bait (2025 National Angling Awards Winner)
Price: $11.99 (1kg) £29.99 (Session Pack)
A comprehensive new range from CC Moore covers everything from freezer
and shelf-life boilies to hookbaits, dips, pellets and pastes.
The result of four years of development and extensive bankside testing, it has been designed to deliver both instant and long-term success, whether you’re looking to establish a bait as a regular food source or catch on a short session.
Packed with soluble attractors that create excellent leakage in the water, and high-quality proteins such as liver, yeast and poultry, the baits feature a distinctive smoked garlic sausage aroma.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Great fish catching record.
- Host of different products in the range to suit any baiting tactic.
Cons
- The boilies are quite soft so may be unable to withstand a throwing stick.
Price: $11.99 (1kg) £29.99 (Session Pack)
Highly Commended Carp Bait
38. Mainline Chilli and Garlic Smart Liquid
Highly commended carp bait
Price: $12.99
More than a liquid food, and more than a liquid attractor! Smart Liquid is an intelligent water-soluble viscous liquid that infiltrates the underwater environment, climbing vertically and impregnating the entire water column. Ideal for coating all feed and hookbaits, it can also be used with groundbait at the mixing stage, and is impossible to overload.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Highly soluble.
- Activated by the water, spreads horizontally and vertically.
Cons
- Extremely thick when cold.
Price: $12.99
Best Landing Net Head 2025
39. Free Spirit Power Lifter Landing Net Head
Best Landing Net Head (2025 National Angling Awards Winner)
Price: $55cm spoon £29.99 70cm Rectangular £34.9S
Free Spirit’s Power Lifter landing net heads have been developed for specialist, pleasure and match anglers alike.
Features include green (on the specialist model) and white rubberised mesh bases. The fine mesh base prevents hooks and hair rigs from getting stuck, but it also works to prevent fish from spooking at the net. During trials, carp and chub actually dived for the white base, believing it to be a route to freedom.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Unique power lifter handle reduces pressure on landing net pole leading to less chance of breakages.
- Designed specifically for speciment fish
Cons
- You may have to change your technique of landing fish to use the handle effectively
Price: $55cm spoon £29.99 70cm Rectangular £34.9S
Highly Commended Landing Net Head
40. Preston Carbon F1 Latex and Hair Mesh Landing Net
Highly Commended Landing Net Head
Price: from £24.99
Manufactured with a super-lightweight and strong carbon frame, these excellent nets come with either rubber or hair-mesh materials.
The latex-coated mesh on the F1 net dries quickly and helps reduce the chance of hooks and fins being caught in the material, while also minimising drag in the water, making it perfect on high catch rate venues.
The hair-mesh net is suitable for use with all types of hair rig, where the fine mesh prevents bands, rapid stops and bayonets from snagging.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Carbon frame is super strong and lightweight
- Lightweight nature makes the net extremely manoeuvrable
Cons
- It's carbon construction means it's one of the more expensive nets on the market
Price: from £24.99
Best Match Fishing Accessory 2025
41. Preston Innovations OffBox Pole Support
Best match fishing accessory (2025 National Angling Awards Winner)
Price: $49.99
Preston Innovations’ Offbox Pole Support System makes fishing long lengths of pole effortless.
Featuring a strong rear knuckle and sliding attachment, the pole can be angled in multiple positions effortlessly. The rotating EVA front rest takes the weight, allowing for easy fishing while using a long length of carbon.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Fish longer pole without any extra effort.
- Supports full weight of the pole.
Cons
- Due to the angle that it sits reduces room on footplate for your legs.
Price: $49.99
Best Specialist Accessory 2025
42. Korum Progress Tripod Two Rod Feeder Arm
Best Specialist Accessory (2025 National Angling Awards Winner)
Price: $79.99
Now with front and rear buzz bars, this super-stable double rod rest system is made using anti-twist extrusions that provide a solid platform for your rods and reels.
The extendable frame helps with rod placement and provides a compact 61cm collapsed length. The chunky offset buzz bars are incredibly strong and have a quick release system without threads, so you don’t need to screw them in and out to set up or pack away.
The rear buzz bar clamp can also be adjusted to different positions along the frame and the front legs can be adjusted to almost any angle, as well as featuring height adjustment via telescopic extensions on cam-lock switches.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Extendable frame gives perfect rod placement.
- Adjustable front legs to cater for any bank.
Cons
- Legs may not extend long enough on the steepest banks.
Price: $79.99
Best Carp Fishing Accessory 2025
43. Spyder Spod
Best Carp Accessory (2025 National Angling Awards Winner)
Price: $16.99
The Spyder Spod moves cleanly through the water, delivering accuracy and consistency when baiting up. Built in Italy and trusted by carp anglers across Europe, it’s more than just another carpy accessory, it’s a proven edge for your big-carp fishing.
Featuring an easy load design, it can be cast long distances with little effort. Available in two colour options – high-visibility orange and a glow-in-the-dark version for use at night.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Magnet closing is more reliable than clips that can get clogged.
- Creates a seal so liquids can be introduced without leaking and spreading.
Cons
- Doesn't float so if cracks off will sink.
Price: $16.99
Best Gadget 2025
44. Spomb Bucket Light
Best Gadget (2025 National Angling Awards Winner)
Price: $14.99
This extremely handy device simply clips to your bucket and illuminates your bait and Spomb loading area, eliminating the need for a headtorch. A flexible stem ensures it is always angled at the correct position, and it can also be used as a bivvy table light.
Features include three LED light options: down-facing white, down-facing red and out-facing white. It has a brightness of 5-35 Lumens and runs off a 1200mAh 3.7V li-polymer USB-C rechargeable battery.
On one full charge the battery lasts up to 18 hours on white, up to 35 hours on red.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- USB-C Rechargable
- 18 hour operation on single charge
Cons
- Takes a few hours to fully charge
Price: $14.99
What are the National Angling Awards?
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